One of the weirdest things about me: I don’t like animals much. I don’t find dogs or cats cute or comforting. I would NOT like to even have a pet. But… I recently had an appreciation for the idea of caring for animals and having a pet may not be that bad…

What made me change my mind? These movies  which feature friendships and loyalty between man and animal. I couldn’t help but cry when I watched these. So whether you’re a pet or animal lover or not I’m sure you’ll appreciate the picks of movies for non Pet Loving Folks.

Iron Will

When Will Stoneman’s father dies, he is left alone to take care of his mother and their land. Needing money to maintain it, he decides to join a cross country dogsled race. This race will require days of racing for long hours, through harsh weather and terrain. This young man will need a lot of courage and a strong will to complete this race.

Eight Below

Brutal cold forces two Antarctic explorers to leave their team of sled dogs behind as they fend for their survival.

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Hachi: A Dog’s Tale

A college professor bonds with an abandoned dog he takes into his home.

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Marley and Me

A family learns important life lessons from their adorable, but naughty and neurotic dog.

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White Fang

Jack London’s classic adventure story about the friendship developed between a Yukon gold hunter and the mixed dog-wolf he rescues from the hands of a man who mistreats him.

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